When the Son of Man Stands Before Evil Men

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WHEN THE SON OF MAN STANDS BEFORE EVIL MEN
MARK 14:53-65

CONTEXT:

Jesus is brought before the religious leaders to stand trial. They formally take steps to convict Him of blasphemy so that they can kill Him. Jesus faces the charges faithfully as He obeys His Father’s will.

KEY THOUGHT:

Jesus was the Suffering Servant who becomes the Just Judge.

I. The Religious Leaders Bring Charges Against Jesus-(53-61)

A. Accusation of Destroying the Temple-(55-60)

B. Accusation of Claiming to Be the Messiah-(62)

II. The Religious Leaders Condemn Jesus-(63-65)

Some takeaway principles:

It may be that   prevails before our eyes, but justice will come.

Jesus’   to the Father empowers us to be faithful in suffering.

God uses the evil of this world for   purposes because He is in total  .